Reference No: QM0176TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Outlines key issues in managing the process of replication in development programmes. It refers to questions about content and context of replication; roblems of moving from projects to programmes; and issues related to the transfer of learning from one to the other. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0159Pages: 36Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case traces the history of mass education and media activities in Gujarat. It highlights the organization structure, innovative techniques in family welfare message, and some problems and issues in mass education and media activities in Gujarat. ... More
Reference No: CMA0577TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Emphasizes a few points dealing with the importance of and problems in collecting secondary and primary data for project formulation. Some suggestions for cost effectiveness in data collection have been made and some issues raised. Data requirements for formulating forestry projects have been listed. ... More
Reference No: PROD0178TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with various aspects of short interval scheduling (SIS) such as significance and applications in various areas like production planning and control, fabrication and assembly work, maintenance, engineering work, clerical operations, and material handling. Management reporting in an SIS environment is also dealt with. ... More
Reference No: MAR0281Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Reviews an advertising campaign prepared by a new advertising agency for Cali Ber Suitings that were relatively new in the market. A relatively unconventional approach was used in the campaign. A detailed post test of the campaign was undertaken; the case is concerned with the evaluation of this research and ... More
Reference No: BP0144(D)Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Reviews the company's performance during a seven-year period--1974-75 to 1980-81. Voltas had resorted to certain operational strategies having significant financial implications: 1) it altered its method of calculating depreciation on its fixed assets; 2) it entered into foreign collaboration for its international operations; 3) it absorbed two of its affiliate companies with ... More
Reference No: OB0169TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The paper attempts to discuss theories of motivation. -- Taylor's Scientific Management, Maslow's Need Hierarchy, Herzberg's Two - Factor Theory, Alderfer's ERG Theory, Expectancy Theory, Equity Theory And Reinforcement Theory. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0157TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note examines the nature of the personnel function, its linkages to organizational viability, and examines this aspect in terms of three dimensions IR, selection and retention subsystems in terms of the future scenario. ... More
Reference No: CMA0575TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note discusses the nature, scope, merits and demerits of selective credit control policy. It also discusses the rationale and main features of this policy in India. ... More
Reference No: MAR0279Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case is concerned with professional use of advertising and sales promotion approach to a vital problem of general public interest by a non profit organization. The major elements are research inputs into creative strategy for a multi media campaign. ... More
Reference No: BP0144(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Describes the growth of Voltas over a 25-year period. The case identifies the significant changes in the companys strategies during this period. It highlights the challenges of the 1980s, and the opportunities and threats facing the company. ... More
Reference No: BP0176TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note reviews some of the literature in the field of strategic management. Some of the major topics covered are: 1) nature of policy, 2) hierarchy of policies, 3) general management, 4) functions of the general manager, 5) skills of the general manager, 6) concept of corporate strategy, 7) evaluation of performance, 8)
strategy formulation, etc. ... More
